System failure detected. Mac OS is not booting.
System failure detected. Mac OS is not booting.
Hello, your MacBook Air is experiencing boot issues after a factory reset. The system displays a question mark folder and redirects you to Apple Support. When you press the option key at startup, it shows Internet Recovery as the only choice. You’ll need to enter your Wi-Fi details repeatedly, but each attempt fails.
You may want to try the following steps:
- Check if the MacBook has any available updates or firmware patches.
- Ensure the battery is charged and the power cycle is functioning properly.
- If possible, use a different USB port or cable to rule out hardware issues.
- Consider using a third-party bootable recovery tool (like Rufus or Balena Etcher) to access the SSD for manual restoration.
- If none of these work, visiting a certified Mac specialist is recommended.
Do you want me to walk you through the steps to use a recovery tool?
Internet Recovery will start if you can link to your router through Ethernet. After booting, you might need to adjust the clock because certificates have expired. If you have another Mac at home, you can use it to generate a bootable installation USB. (Creating a MacOS install drive on Windows is feasible but involves some steps.) You might also try target disk mode to install the OS directly onto the MacBook's SSD without disassembling it.
The boot menu is activated by holding down the option. There are no other boot choices available besides internet recovery. You require an alternative method such as a Mac USB or a DVD with an external drive. The issue with the online recovery is unclear—what occurs next?
The process begins by accessing the internet, after which I input the password. It displays "Internet recovery in progress, this may take a while." Then it returns to the screen asking for Wi-Fi details, but no action occurs when entering them.